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1. His Greatness Was Prophesied Joseph had two dreams about his brothers bowing down to him. (Gen 37:5-7, 9) Visited by Foreigners Carrying Resin and Myrrh While Joseph was in the well, a caravan of Ishmaelites came from Gilead with spices, balm (a resin) and myrrh. (Gen 37:25) Hated by His Brothers Because He Claimed to Have Authority Over Them Joseph’s brothers hated him, because he had dreams about ruling over them. (Gen 37:8) A Miraculous Birth Joseph’s mother, Rachel, wasn’t able to have children until God answered her prayers. (Gen 30:22-24) Brothers Plotted to Kill Him Joseph’s brothers wanted to kill “the dreamer.” (Gen 37:18-20) Accused of a Crime He Didn’t Commit Joseph was accused of flirting with Potiphar’s wife. (Gen 39:13-19) Taken To Egypt Joseph was taken to Egypt by slave traders. (Gen 37:28) A Shepherd Joseph tended his father’s sheep. (Gen 37:2) Put Into the Earth Joseph was thrown into an empty well. (Gen 37:24) Given Authority Over Everything Joseph was given authority over everything in Potiphar’s house and in the prison. (Gen 39:4-6, 22-23) Obedient to His Father Joseph obeyed his father and went to check on his brothers. (Gen 37:12-14) Robe Taken from Him by His Enemies Joseph’s robe was taken by his brothers. (Gen 37:23) His Father’s Favorite Child Jacob gave his son Joseph a colorful robe. (Gen 37:3) Not Recognized By His Own People Joseph’s brothers did not recognize him when they first met him in Egypt. (Gen 42: 8) Sold for Silver Pieces – the Price of a Slave Joseph’s brothers sold him to the Ishmaelites for 20 pieces of silver. (Gen 37:28) Punished with Two CriminalsJoseph was thrown into prison, where he met two men who had offended Pharaoh. (Gen 40:1-4) Alive After “Death” Joseph’s family thought he was dead but were surprised to learn that he was actually alive! (Gen 45:25-28) Tempted by the Evil One Joseph was tempted by Potiphar’s wife. (Gen 39:7-12) Became the Source of Bread for the Whole World Joseph provided grain for Egypt and other nations during the famine. (Gen 41:53-57) Took a Gentile (non-Jewish) Bride Joseph married Asenath, daughter of Potiphera. (Gen 41:45) Saved Many Lives Joseph told his brothers that God allowed him to suffer so that he could save many lives. (Gen 50:20) Sent to His Brothers, But They Weren’t Where They Were Supposed to Be Joseph looked for his brothers in Shechem, but they were in Dothan. (Gen 37:14-17) Robe Dipped in Blood Joseph’s brothers dipped his robe in blood to fool their father. (Gen 37:31-33) Exalted to the Second- Highest Place Joseph was raised to sit at the right hand of Pharaoh and rule Egypt. (Gen 41:41-44) Began His Greatest Work at the Age of 30 Joseph began ruling Egypt at the age of 30. (Gen 41:46) Forgave Those Who Mistreated Him Joseph forgave his brothers. (Gen 50:19-21) Source: www.phillipmartin.info

2. His Greatness Was Prophesied The Old Testament tells us over 100 prophesies about Jesus. Hated by His Brothers Because He Claimed to Have Authority Over Them The Jewish leaders hated Jesus, because He claimed to be the Son of God. (John 15:25) A Miraculous Birth Jesus’ mother, Mary, was visited first by an angel and then by the Holy Spirit. She gave birth to God’s only Son. (Luke 1:26:38) Visited by Foreigners Carrying Resin and Myrrh Jesus was visited by wise men from the East who brought gold, frankincense (a resin) and myrrh. (Matt 2:11) Brothers Plotted to Kill Him The Jews at the head of the church pressured Pilate to crucify Jesus. (Mark 15:11-14) Accused of a Crime He Didn’t Commit Jesus was accused of blasphemy. (John 10:30-39) Taken To Egypt Jesus was taken to Egypt by his parents. (Matt 2:13-15) A Shepherd Jesus said He was the Good Shepherd. (John 10:11) Put Into the Earth Jesus was laid in an empty tomb. (Matt 27:59-60) Obedient to His Father Jesus obeyed His Father by coming to earth as a man. (John 7:28-29) Given Authority Over Everything Jesus has been given authority over everything in heaven and on earth. (Matt 28:18) Robe Taken from Him by His Enemies Soldiers took Jesus’ robe and gambled to see who would get it. (Matt 27:35) His Father’s Favorite Child Jesus was the son in whom the Father was well pleased. (Matt 3:17) Not Recognized By His Own People Jesus was not recognized as Savior by the Jews. (Rom 11:1-21) Sold for Silver Pieces – the Price of a Slave The chief priests paid Judas 30 pieces of silver to betray Jesus. (Matt 26:14-15, Exo21:32) Punished with Two Criminals Jesus was crucified between two thieves. (Luke 23:32-33) Alive After “Death” Jesus died and was buried, but He rose again on the third day. (Matt 28:5-7) Tempted by the Evil One Jesus was tempted by Satan in the wilderness. (Matt 4:1-11) Took a Gentile (non-Jewish) Bride Jesus is the bridegroom, and the Church (made up of all believers) is His bride. (Eph 5:22-33) Became the Source of Bread for the Whole World Jesus is the Bread of Life, given for all people. (John 6:35) Sent to His Brothers, But They Weren’t Where They Were Supposed to Be Jesus came to earth for the Jewish people, but they were living sinful lives. (Rom 3:9-20) Saved Many Lives Jesus came into the world to save sinners. (1 Timothy 1:15) Robe Dipped in Blood Revelation pictures Jesus as a warrior with a robe dipped in blood. (Rev 19:13) Exalted to the Second- Highest Place Jesus was raised to sit at the right hand of God, the Father. (Heb 1:1-4) Forgave Those Who Mistreated Him Jesus forgave those who nailed Him to the cross. (Luke 23:34) Began His Greatest Work at the Age of 30 Jesus began His ministry at the age of 30. (Luke 3:23) Source: www.phillipmartin.info